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English afternoon tea on a panoramic sightseeing bus (Jan 2025)

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Enjoy a fantastic view of London's landmarks from the top deck of a sightseeing bus whilst tucking into a traditional English afternoon tea.

It's a great way for first-time visitors to get their bearings, and if you're only here for a short stay then it's a handy way to squeeze in two things at once!

Sightseeing tour through the heart of London

After boarding the decorated double-decker bus near Victoria station, you'll settle down for a 90-minute ride through the heart of London.

Your first landmark will be the King's official residence at Buckingham Palace, before sweeping past the site of Royal coronations and burials at Westminster Abbey.

After taking some photos of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament you'll cross the bridge to see the London Eye. Then you'll head east to see the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.

Your sightseeing trip will finish back at Piccadilly Circus and Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square.

Note: Live commentary is not included, but the friendly serving staff will happily point out some sights of interest along the way so you don't miss them.

Traditional afternoon tea menu

While you're admiring the sights you can choose from a selection of finger sandwiches, cakes and savoury snacks, while sipping on a glass of Prosecco or cup of tea.

Typical fillings for the sandwiches include smoked salmon with cream cheese and cucumber, mixed cheese with spring onion, and coronation chicken in a beetroot wrap. Vegetarian options include red pepper hummus with avocado, falafel with roast pepper salsa, and herbed cream cheese with cucumber.

The sweet treats include a red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting, a chocolate brownie and homemade shortbread round, and a freshly baked scone with clotted cream and strawberry jam.

The selection of onboard drinks include a glass of prosecco, orange juice, apple juice, hot chocolate and coffee, or you can choose one of their fine teas including English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Lemon and Ginger, Jasmine Green Tea or Spicy Chai.

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